Nintendo 64 · Action / Action-Adventure
Buck Bumble
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| System | Nintendo 64 |
|---|---|
| Released | 1998 |
| Genre | Action, Action-Adventure, Shooter |
| Developer | Argonaut Games |
| Publisher | Ubisoft |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 6 |
Developed by Argonaut Games and published by Ubisoft, Buck Bumble arrived on the Nintendo 64 in 1998 as an action game. It blends action, action-adventure and shooter elements.
It landed about 2 years into the N64's life. Other notable N64 releases from 1998 include The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, 1080° Snowboarding and Mario Party. Among the 23 N64 action games in our database, it ranks #12 by legacy score.
Buck Bumble supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
Pick it if…
- you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
- you have time for an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
- you have a friend to play against
- you've played the N64 hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
What playing Buck Bumble is like
Action games test reflexes and nerve. Expect fast enemies, tight controls and stages you clear by reacting quickly and learning enemy patterns.
Tip for newcomers: Retro action games are often short but tough. Treat early deaths as practice runs; every attempt teaches you where the next threat comes from.
Buck Bumble cheats & codes
97 codes on file (GameShark). Here are a few GameShark codes to start with:
| Unbegrenzt Leben | 880EC2D0 0064 |
|---|---|
| Kein Bonus Countdown | 880EC2C8 00D0 |
| Activator 1 P1 | D00CC874 0000 |
| Activator 2 P1 | D00CC875 0000 |
| Dual Activator P1 | D10CC874 0000 |
| Activator 1 P2 | D00CC87A 0000 |
Buck Bumble walkthroughs & guides
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Buck Bumble FAQ
When did Buck Bumble come out on the N64?
Buck Bumble was released for the Nintendo 64 in 1998.
Who made Buck Bumble?
It was developed by Argonaut Games and published by Ubisoft.
Is Buck Bumble multiplayer?
Yes. Buck Bumble supports up to 2 players.
How long does Buck Bumble take to play?
As an action game, Buck Bumble typically falls into the "An evening or two" category: roughly 1–6 hours to see it through. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Buck Bumble on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.